Alice E. Hildebrandt, age 72, of Merrill, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born December 11, 1940 in Merrill to the late Louis & Irene (Snow) Stickler. On January 7, 1963, she and Gerald "Truck" Hildebrandt were united in marriage. He preceded her in death June 21, 2007. Alice graduated from Merrill Senior High School. She was a home maker. Alice enjoyed knitting, playing cards, gambling and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her three children: Vicki (Dennis White) Cauthen, Merrill, Robert Hildebrandt, Appleton, and Jeri Lyn Hildebrandt, Wausau; three grandchildren: Trisha Cauthen, Jimmy Vance and Jonny Anthoney; one great grandson: Kyle Kabble; and seven brothers & sisters: Edith Noggle, David Stickler, Deloris Stickler, Gary Stickler, Susan Woller, Raymond Stickler & Christine Roberts. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Gerald Hildebrandt, and a brother, Louis Stickler Jr. There will be no services. Memorials may be given to the family. Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.waidfuneral.com.